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Child Care Options

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Choosing the Right Care for Your Child

Military Families can get safe, flexible, high quality child care to fit their needs. Whether you want full-time care, part-time supervision, or occasional hourly care, we have programs designed for children of all ages.

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Types of Child Care Available 

Full-Time and Part-Time Care 

  • Child Development Centers (CDC). Full-day and part-day care for children 6 weeks to 5 years old in a structured, nurturing environment, and Strong Beginnings Pre-K (ages 4-5) also available 
  • Family Child Care (FCC). Small-group care in certified, on-post homes for children 4 weeks to 12 years old, offering flexible hours and sibling care
  • School Age Centers (SAC). Before- and after-school programs for kindergarten through 5th grade, including homework help, activities, and supervised play

Hourly and Short-Term Care **

  • Hourly Care. Flexible, short-term care for children while parents attend appointments or events
  • Parents on Site. Parent-led co-op programs providing supervised playgroups and babysitting services
    ** May not be available at some garrisons. Please visit your garrison's website or Parent and Outreach Services office.

School Age Care

  • Before- and After-School Programs. Supervised care for school children in grades 1-5, depending on school configuration, including homework time, sports, arts, and camps during school breaks. 
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